Refine your search for walks in Saint-Béron
Saint-Béron walks
On the heights of La Bridoire
A pleasant walk in good weather. Some sections are quite steep.
Please note that for much of the route, signposting is virtually non-existent. Take care, and use the map or GPS track.
Loop around La Bridoire and Saint-Béron
A very pleasant walk, often in the shade. Ideal for very hot days. Very little tarmac and, as a bonus, waterfalls. Points of interest: the Robin Stele (a tragic episode in the Resistance), the gorges visible from the footbridge, the waterfall, etc.
Route around Combe Grenand
An easy route starting from the village of La Bridoire, where you can learn about contemporary history and marvel at the work of water, which over thousands of years has shaped the geological curiosities of what is now the Combe Grenand.
There are various information panels along the route, including a series in the form of a game for children.
The Mont Grêle lookout
The Mont Grêle lookout point and Archelle’s summit.
Mont Grêle is a peak that is visible from the valley of Chambéry and the Aiguebelette region.
It is easily spotted thanks to or because of the pylons that are installed at the top. Up close, these towers have still look great, but they do not alone justify the purpose of the tour, which is interesting because it offers views over Lake Aiguebelette and Chartreuse.
Mont Beauvoir Circular Walk
A lovely, well-structured circular loop, though it lacks a few viewpoints.
Part of the route is off-trail along the summit cliff.
Facing south to south-west, then west for the descent, entirely through woodland, this route is in the shade, even though the box trees have been badly affected by the box tree moth.
Circular Écolu and Sainte-Madeleine Chapel
A circular loop above Saint-Pierre-de-Genebroz with beautiful views.
Chemin du Follaton, Chemin des Bidons
This is an 8-shaped hike; you can do the southern circular loop or the northern circular loop. You can also do both, starting from the centre of the village of Dullin.
Around the Carabotin woods
A pleasant, easy walk that alternates between spruce forest and open stretches with views of the Dauphiné hills or the Chartreuse mountains.
Historical and prehistoric loop of Saint-Christophe la Grotte
Short hike to discover prehistory at the Fru site and the historic passage of the Via Sarde between Lyon and Turin.
Circular prehistoric route via the Sardinian route
Go back in time a few centuries, or even a few thousand years, first by discovering the Sardinian road built in the 17th century, then the prehistoric paths on the trail of the Magdalenians and Azilians.
Please note that one path is closed in winter.
From Col du Banchet to Château de Montbel
A pleasant, sunny half-day walk, very popular in spring when the daffodils are in bloom.
The circular Banchet: daffodils and Château de Montbel
Montagne du Banchet is very popular when the daffodils are in bloom: the proposed route runs along the flower-covered ridge and stretches to the ruins of the proud Château de Montbel.
The Belvédère de l'Ecolu
A pleasant walk in the woods overlooking the village of Les Échelles in Savoie.
Mont Grelle
This hike takes you to the summit of Mont Grelle and runs along part of Lake Aiguebelette, which can be admired from a viewpoint.
Circular Mont Beauvoir from Saint-Christophe-la-Grotte
This circular loop combines a crossing of a little-visited summit offering views of the Chartreuse and the Avant Pays Savoyard with historic or documented passages: ascent via the Route Sarde and the Sentier du Beauvoir, return via the route Béatrice de Savoie and the Voie Royale.
Aiguebelette, Rocher du Corbeau, Col du Crucifix and Col Saint-Michel
Starting from Aiguebelette, this is an easy hike on the western slope of the Épine mountain, taking the Voie Romaine and the Voie Sarde. This route offers numerous views of Lake Aiguebelette.
See the safety recommendations at (9).
On the heights of Lake Aiguebelette
A moderately challenging hike overlooking the beautiful Lac d'Aiguebelette. You’ll follow part of the old trade routes between France and Italy and discover the François I Cave.
The Grotte du Loup starting from Miribel-les-Échelles
Here is a gentle stroll that will delight young and old alike in a very pleasant forest.
Avressieux Marshes Route
The Avressieux Marshes: an easy route to discover peace and nature along the water’s edge.
The Col des Mille Martyrs
The Col des Mille Martyrs is a road pass well known to cyclists, but hikers are also familiar with it, as there are many paths criss-crossing the area.
The proposed walk takes place in a landscape of pastures and forests to the west of the Chartreuse Massif, offering panoramic views of the mountains.
Above Miribel-les-Échelles
This circular forest loop is accessible in all seasons, even in snow, and takes you through several areas of the Miribel, Saint-Aupre and Rocharey forests, crossing two medium-altitude passes, the Mille Martyrs and the Pilori.
You can also enjoy some unobstructed views along the route.
Rocharay Trail
This circular forest route, dotted with natural attractions and historic buildings, also offers, after a short round trip, a lovely view of the Grande Sure. A booklet dedicated to the heritage along this route is available.
Between Pressins and Saint-Jean-d'Avelanne
This route first winds through woods and hillsides, then returns via the 'flat' part, avoiding tarmac roads where possible.
Circular route around Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine
A lovely little hike with beautiful, unobstructed views of the Chartreuse, Mont du Chat and Les Bauges.
Circular walk of Chenevières, via the Roche des Millières
Les Chenevières is a wooded rocky ridge connecting Banchet to Mont Tournier, between the Cols de la Crusille and Cols de la Lattaz. This short circular route, which can be completed in half a day with the family, passes by the Pierre des Millières viewpoint and numerous daffodil sites in spring.
Tour of the Rocher du Quartier and the Pointe du Frou
A beautiful, long circular route at moderate altitude, with exposed sections that can be slippery. Start directly below the Rocher du Quartier and climb via Tramoley, passing the Saint-André fir tree to the Col de la Sarriette, then cross the Plateau de la Ruchère before descending via the postman’s path beneath the Pointe du Frou.
Sentier des Fours et des Fontaines de Corbel
The unique location of the village of Corbel has always required its inhabitants to manage their water resources carefully. Explore the village's ovens and fountains. Before running water arrived in 1989, each isolated house or hamlet depended on its own stone basin.
Corbel - Saint-Pierre
A circular route between two villages in Chartreuse.
This route's highest point is just over 1,000 metres, making it suitable for when temperatures have dropped.
At these altitudes, the hand of man is often present in the villages and hamlets. You will encounter old dwellings, fountains, bread ovens...
The route is well signposted.
The Balcons du Lac d'Aiguebelette from Nances
This long circular loop takes you across the slopes of L'Épine overlooking Lake Aiguebelette, between a rather tough and steep climb and a return to lake level. It can get hot here on summer afternoons, but it remains passable until late in the season, as long as the snow does not fall below 800m.
Circular walk from Nances
This circular walk can be enjoyed in any season, taking you up above Novalaise to the Sainte-Rose Chapel, then up to the former Villas Doria before crossing over to the site of the old Épine fortified castle and descending back into the valley.
From the Col de l'Épine
A beautiful hike, not too difficult despite a few climbs! But no problem for experienced hikers. The route is partly shaded.
The Rocher du Corbeau, starting from Saint-Sulpice
The Rocher du Corbeau is easily accessible from Aiguebelette-le-Lac. I suggest you get there without taking the car to cross the massif. I have deliberately extended the hike slightly by adding a bit of elevation gain and giving us the chance to walk through this massif and discover two passes and the François I Cave.
It’s a hike I particularly enjoy in winter (when it’s warm, I prefer to head for the higher peaks), but above all, as it’s mainly through woodland, the lack of vegetation means you can enjoy more views.
Around Saint-Sixte
A lovely country walk around the hamlet of Saint-Sixte. This circular route offers beautiful views of the lake of the same name and the Étang des Chartreux.
The Arpison and Pertuis viewpoints starting from La Ruchère
This route mainly follows the snowshoe trails maintained by the Ruchère Nordic ski centre, allowing for a quick pace; snowshoes are only really necessary between (2) and (3).
As over 90% of the route is groomed, the first few kilometres around the centre are generally quite busy.
The route can be walked during the summer season.
Col de la Ruchère
This is a lovely, easy snowshoe walk, mainly through forest. The Col de la Ruchère, at the foot of the Petit Som, is a truly beautiful part of the Chartreuse.
Mont Grelle from Saint Sulpice
This hike takes place on the eastern flank of the Montagne de l'Épine towards a destination that is clearly visible from the entire Chambéry basin.
At the summit, there is a beautiful view of the Savoyard foothills and Lake Aiguebelette, and Lake Bourget is also visible.
The route does not present any orientation difficulties.
Saint-Sulpice - The three passes
An easy hike on the eastern slope of the Épine mountain, taking the Roman road and the Sardinian road.
From Pointe du Frou to Le Pertuis, starting from La Ruchère
A circular route starting from La Ruchère, which takes you along a significant section of the ridge comprising the Rochers du Frou, the Rochers du Quartier and the Rochers du Pertuis. The route is mainly through woodland, but offers some lovely views over the valley.
The Petit Som loop from La Ruchère
Hike through forests and mountain pastures, passing by the summit of Petit Som.
The three passes: Aliénard, Tracol and Ruchère
A classic Chartreuse route that can be started from several locations.
Château Richard Croix du Signal circuit.
The Épine massif near Chambéry is criss-crossed by numerous marked and unmarked trails; it is a mountain that has always been traversed by people. It is a vibrant area with economic and tourist appeal.Here is a short route that allows you to discover some of its attractions.
Le Petit Som
This easy hike in summer becomes more difficult with the onset of winter conditions. A few centimetres of snow are enough to cover the markings on the ground and make it harder to progress on the steeper sections.
This hike can be done in half a day from mid-November onwards, but don't set off after 2pm, otherwise you'll need a head torch for the return journey.
Snowshoeing at Col d'Aliénard
A beautiful snowshoe hike on the edge of the Grande Chartreuse Monastery, accompanied by the legendary peaks of Grand Som and Chamechaude.
Choose a sunny day after a snowfall.
Petit Som starting from La Ruchère-Le Habert
Climb to the summit of Petit Som from La Ruchère. You will enjoy a 360° view and may also encounter marmots and chamois.
Tour of the haberts via Aliénard
A peaceful hike from La Ruchère, at the foot of the Grand and Petit Som, along the paths of the haberts (shepherds' shelters). Autumn is a particularly good time to visit, with the colours of the beech trees and the sun flooding the few meadows you cross: Billon, Arpison, etc.
Be careful at the end of the route, however, as there is a slightly steep path that may slow down inexperienced hikers (or in specific conditions, such as snow, rain, fallen trees, etc.). See comments.
Granges de Merlas circular in Massieu
A walk through fields and forests to discover the small heritage of our forests, such as barns and forest huts.
Around Baracuchet
A country walk to discover the hamlets and ponds around the Colline du Baracuchet.
Circular of the Hauts de Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers
This walk allows you to discover the village of Saint-Genix and climb to its heights to cross a rural area offering beautiful views of the Chartreuse, then follow a section of the Way of St James leading back to the village after crossing a forest.